Norðlýsið
Welcome Aboard
Experiencing Faroe Islands
Oboard the greatest art work of Tróndur Patursson
A schooner with a history of 80 years from commercial fishing ship in its early days to an art piece of the famous Faroese artist, Tróndur Patursson, today Norðlýsið welcomes people to experience the fresh nature and waters of the Faroe Islands.
Our goal is to assist you in experiencing the peaceful beauty of the currents’ spontaneous wonders
And keep those memories for a lifetime.
Join Upcoming Events on Norðlýsið: Christmas Ship
Norðlýsið is the oldest Faroese-built sailing ship still in existence.
Originally constructed for the fishery in 1945, it was later restored and re-rigged as a schooner by Faroese artist Tróndur Patursson in the 1980s— a transformation he considers one of his greatest works of art.
Since then, Norðlýsið has become an icon of Faroese tourism, cherished by both locals and visitors as a unique way to experience the Faroe Islands from the sea. In 2020, the ship’s guest facilities were modernized with new toilets, ventilation, and heating, ensuring comfort without compromising its historic character.
Measuring 18.82 meters in length, 5.21 meters in width, and 2.32 meters in depth, Norðlýsið has a gross tonnage of 44.71 BRT and 5.21 NRT. It is powered by a 195 kW Volvo Penta engine from 2020, and its main mast rises 23 meters from keel to top. The ship normally sails with five sails, with two additional topsails used on special occasions.
Our mission is to give you an authentic, yet comfortable and safe experience onboard this iconic vessel.
Welcome onboard.
